Band Instrument Repair
A Complete Bench Reference for Brass and Woodwind Repair Procedures
★★★★★3.0 · 1 reviewby Alumigogo Books
non-fiction
Bench-ready repair procedures for brass and woodwind instruments—exact values, step-by-step instructions, and quick-lookup tables.
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About this book
Are you tired of relying on YouTube videos that skip the critical details? Band Instrument Repair is your comprehensive bench reference for fixing brass and woodwind instruments with confidence. Written for the serious hobbyist, this book covers everything from pad replacement and dent removal to key alignment and bore cleaning. Each procedure is broken down into numbered steps with exact temperatures, adhesive types, and curing times—no vague 'as needed' instructions.
With over 100 detailed illustrations and tables, you'll quickly find specifications for different materials (brass, silver, nickel), instrument types (trumpet, clarinet, saxophone), and common repairs. The book is designed to lie flat on your workbench, so you can follow along without taking your hands off the horn. Safety callouts warn you about lead solder, chemical hazards, and spring tension, ensuring you work smart and safe.
Whether you're restoring a vintage horn or maintaining a school instrument, this guide gives you the knowledge to tackle repairs like a pro. Stop guessing and start fixing—your instruments will thank you.
Reader Reviews
John Flores
★★★★★I've been repairing my own saxophones for a few years, but this book finally made me feel legit. The tables for pad sizes and key tensions are exactly what I needed. It's not perfect—some of the photos are a bit dark, and I wish there were more on flute repair—but the procedures are clear and the troubleshooting section is a lifesaver. I've already used it to fix a sticky G# key and a dent in my trumpet bell. Worth the money if you're serious about bench work.